Hour of Code frequently asked questions
Do I need a Minecraft Education license?
This demo lesson is available to all users, even those who don’t currently have a Minecraft Education license.
What devices do I need and how many?
Hour of Code can be run on devices with operating systems for PC, iPad, Chromebook, and Mac. Check the system requirements and supported platforms before you begin. If your devices don't meet the system requirements, consider running a previous year’s Minecraft Hour of Code lesson available at code.org/minecraft.
If you don’t have enough devices for each student, have students share in pairs or small groups.
If you only have one device, you can run the tutorial in front of the class along with your students.
What do I need to download?
Hour of Code takes place in Minecraft Education, so each device needs it installed. Check the system requirements and supported platforms before you begin. Leave yourself enough time for the download, installation, and network configuration that might be required.
Do I need an internet connection to run the Hour of Code lesson?
Yes. An internet connection is required. If you don’t have internet at your school or it’s slow, the Minecraft Adventurer tutorial has an offline version.
Do I need other materials, like headphones?
Headphones are helpful when students are working individually. But if they aren’t available, you can play the videos in front of the class so everyone can listen together.
Where can I hold the Hour of Code?
You can lead the event right in your classroom or in a computer lab. You can even do it as part of a school assembly, after school event, or parents’ night open house. For virtual learning, the Minecraft Education Hour of Code can be done remotely. Students would need to download the most recent edition of Minecraft Education.
Still have more questions? Check out the Hour of Code lesson FAQ for more support.